Publication scheme

This is a guide to information routinely published by us and which is our intention to publish. We produced the scheme in response to the requirements of section 19 of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act 2000. It also supports our commitment to make information of public interest widely and easily available in the interests of open and accountable government.

Please note: There are varying charges for some of the items covered by the publication scheme and these are listed as part of the scheme, above.

Much of the information is available through this website, but for other information or any queries about the scheme, or about the publications available through it, please contact us.

Making a request

Before you submit a request we would recommend that you view the District Council's Publication Scheme [PDF 0.28MB] because the information you want may already be available on the website.

If you can't find the information through the publication scheme, then you can make a request for information under the Freedom of Information Act. Requests must be in writing, must contain a name and address for us to contact you, and must describe the information you want in enough detail that we can find it.

Make a request

You can make a request by online form, email or letter. We recommend that you make your request in writing using our online form so that we are clear about what you require.

All requests that we receive under the Freedom of Information Act will be dealt with promptly, and we will aim to respond no later than 20 working days after we receive the request.

Please note that we may charge a fee for providing you with the information, to cover the costs of printing, photocopying and postage. We will let you know if a fee applies to your request.

Exempt information

We may not be able to release all information that is requested. There are 23 classes of exempt information defined in the Freedom of Information Act such as personal data and commercially sensitive data. If we are unable to supply you with the information, we will let you know and explain which exemption applies and why we cannot give you the information.

Data Protection

All personal information provided to Derbyshire Dales District Council will be held and treated in confidence in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998. It will only be used for the purpose it was given. Some personal data may be shared with trusted partners such as Serco and Arvato to enable the Council to respond your request.